Waste Control Associate (Los Angeles, CA)

Waste Control Associate

WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. It s what we know. Because we ve been providing staffing solutions putting people to work for nearly 30 years. Whether you re looking for work or you re seeking workers for your business PeopleReady is the North American leader in the industrial and on-demand staffing space. The PeopleReady located at Los Angeles California 90045 is currently hiring a Waste Control Associate Job Description PeopleReady ofSouth Gate has an immediate opening forWaste Control Associates in Los Angeles CA. Associate will performs the daily solid waste management and recycling service requirements of the LMU campus. Assists the Facility Management Department with supporting the regular and non-routine needs of the University in general. Note - Pay Rate for this Job is 16 Hour Shift Timing - 1st Shift (Day) and Weekends Responsibilities Include Ensure the University s daily solid waste management servicing is accomplished. Process recyclables and dispose of collected solid waste using compactors balers perforators conveyors and other solid waste and recycling equipment. Clean and maintain FM Operations Yard load incoming debris from campus and renovation work for transport using forklifts tilt hoppers and tractors. Provide disposal support and recycling services to all special events on the Westchester Campus of LMU. Maintain facility trash chutes trash rooms container fleet dumpster enclosures and the west housing compactor court. Qualifications Typically a High School diploma. 1 year work experience in waste management recycling or related operational endeavors plus training seminars and workshops related to same. Basic understanding of solid waste management and material handling methodology. Familiarization with industry machines tools and methodology. Strong logistical and operational skills. Ability to operate forklifts tractors and other industrial vehicles and tools required for recycling and solid waste management. Must be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather able to lift 50 pounds and handle extended periods of standing and walking. Ability to work harmoniously with people from a variety of backgrounds communicate effectively verbally basic understanding of concepts and equipment applications required for solid waste management and recycling while exercising sound and prudent judgment in the prioritizing of regular and non-routine service requirements. Requires valid California driver s license. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record as evidenced by DMV. Background check and drug screen required A criminal background check may be required. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance No. 184652. If you need more information or wish to report violation of this ordinance please contact the Department of Public Works (DAA) Bureau of Contract Administration